Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 pound

purple sweet potatoes

peeled and grated

0.33 cup

potato starch

0.33 cup

scallions

thinly sliced

2 unit

serrano chiles

seeded and finely chopped

2 unit

eggs

lightly beaten

1.5 tsp

kosher salt

0.5 tsp

black pepper

0.75 cup

coconut oil

0.5 cup

sour cream

0.25 cup

red tobiko

1 tbsp

chives

very thinly sliced

Step 1
~3 min

Peel and grate the purple sweet potatoes.

Step 2
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine the grated sweet potatoes, potato starch, thinly sliced scallions, finely chopped serrano chiles, lightly beaten eggs, kosher salt, and black pepper.

Step 3
~3 min

Stir until all ingredients are well blended.

Step 4
~3 min

Heat 1/4 cup of coconut oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 5
~3 min

Spoon 2-tablespoon portions of the potato mixture into the skillet, flattening each portion into a 1 1/2-inch disk.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook until crisp, about 4 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Turn the latkes and cook until crisp, 3 to 4 more minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Drain the cooked latkes on paper towels.

Step 9
~3 min

Keep the latkes warm in a single layer on a baking sheet in a 175°F oven.

Step 10
~3 min

Repeat the cooking process twice with the remaining coconut oil and potato mixture.

Step 11
~3 min

Place the warm latkes on a serving platter.

Step 12
~3 min

Top each latke with 1 teaspoon of sour cream and 1/2 teaspoon of tobiko.

Step 13
~3 min

Sprinkle with very thinly sliced chives.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy latkes, squeeze out excess moisture from the grated sweet potatoes before mixing.

Adjust the amount of chile to your spice preference.

Serve immediately for best texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Latkes can be made ahead and reheated, but are best fresh.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or side dish.

Pair with a light salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Smoked salmon
Apple sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Traditional Hanukkah dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Hanukkah

Occasion Tags

Hanukkah
Holiday
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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